All articles by Tom Joyce – Page 46
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ArticleLorifruit produces Dori kiwifruit
The French cooperative is expanding its kiwifruit range, with the launch of sweet yellow variety Dori
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ArticleTurkish concern as window narrows
The window for Turkish lemons on the Asian market is under threat from the large volumes coming out of South Africa and Egypt
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ArticlePlastic-free aisle on the move
The campaign to show consumers that a plastic-free future is possible has gone mobile as Ekoplaza and A Plastic Planet take the Plastic-Free Aisle on the road
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ArticlePotential for frozen, says Deprez
As the perception of frozen produce improves, Belgian giant Greenyard sees potential for the sector, with advantages in freshness and convenience
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ArticleUkrainian growers picking strawberries
The eastern European country is turning from strawberry importer to exporter, as Ukrainians return home with valuable experience and knowledge
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ArticleSanLucar sets up Dubai office
With its new presence in the UAE, the German fresh produce brand will be able to respond faster to the needs of its growing customer base across the Gulf
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ArticleUAE provides local support
Local producers of fruit and vegetables in the UAE are receiving support from both retailers and the government to boost quality and sustainability
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ArticleHome advantage for Belgian cherries
Excellent conditions bode well for the quality of Belgian cherries this season, but heightened competition on export markets will make domestic sales key
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ArticleFears of Brexit health impact
The UK’s Soil Association has warned of the risks posed to public health following the country’s break from the EU
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ArticleHalophytic veg growing in UAE
The new ICBA project sees salt-loving vegetables as the answer to water shortages and food insecurity in the UAE
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ArticleVBT flags progress on sustainability
The Belgian association of horticultural cooperatives has released its third sustainability report laying out the successes of the Responsibly Fresh label
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ArticleVanoirbeek to head Belgium’s VBT
Luc Vanoirbeek has been named as the successor to Philippe Appeltans at the helm of the Belgian association of horticultural cooperatives
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ArticleClimate change threat to veg
A study focusing on the impact of climate change on leafy greens, vegetables and legumes has highlighted the severe threat posed to yields if no action is taken
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ArticleEosta wins sustainability award
The Dutch organics specialist has been rewarded for its Natural Branding packaging concept, the company’s solution to unsustainable plastic pollution
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ArticlePink Lady continues growth
Despite the tough trading environment and the company’s focus on CSR commitments, Pink Lady apples have recorded strong sales this season
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ArticleVergro strikes deal to acquire D&G
Belgian fruit and veg exporter to buy D&G Fruit, a producer specialised in Conference pears, apples and cherries
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ArticlePrince de Bretagne backs Cardinal
The French marketer has high hopes for the latest addition to its artichoke range, which bears the Saveur de l’Année 2018 label for taste
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ArticleIrrigation project assists Tunisians
The World Bank has launched a new project to address irrigation deficiencies in Tunisia, with investment sought from the private sector
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ArticleSenegal seeks mango investment
The African country has signed a memorandum of understanding with the IFC to increase investment in the mango sector, with an eye to boosting exports
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ArticleCarrefour aims to tackle packaging
The French retail giant has made a major commitment to move away from disposable packaging as part of its “food transition for all” campaign